The Call of the Sea and the Return Ashore: The Career Journey of Turkish Seafarers

Maritime industry has always maintained its attraction as a profession offering high earnings and global travel opportunities. However, behind its glamorous aspects lie immense challenges, such as harsh working conditions, loneliness, and social isolation. This book comprehensively examines the primary motivations of Turkish nationals for choosing the seafaring profession and the underlying reasons for their inability to sustain this demanding career over time.

The study analyzes the contradictory process between Turkish seafarers' enthusiasm to enter the sector and their decision to abandon ship. The "human element," which forms the backbone of global maritime trade, is evaluated through the lens of Turkish culture and family structure. This book aims to guide aspiring maritime candidates, resonate with current seafarers, and provide strategic solutions for industry stakeholders to prevent labor turnover. It serves as an essential reference for anyone wishing to confront the psychological, social, and economic realities beyond the blue horizons.